Seanad debates

Wednesday, 8 February 2012

Business of Seanad(1 speech) I have received notice from Senator Thomas Byrne that, on the motion for the Adjournment of the House today, he proposes to raise the following matter: The need for the Minister for Public...

Order of Business(69 speeches) It is proposed to take No. 1, Health (Provision of General Practitioner Services) Bill 2011 - Second Stage, to be taken on the conclusion of the Order of Business and to conclude not later than...

Investment in Education: Motion(204 speeches) I move: That Seanad Éireann believes that: — investing in education will be crucial to Ireland's economic recovery; — prioritising resources at children from disadvantaged areas and those...

Battle of the Boyne Site(4 speeches) I will outline briefly the need for this playground project, which got the go-ahead under the Minister of State's predecessor, Dr. Martin Mansergh. East Meath is devoid of community facilities,...

Garda Investigations(4 speeches) I am glad to raise this issue, which came to light last week following the publication of the Garda Inspectorate report on the investigation of sexual offences against children. There was...

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Seanad Éireann is the upper house of the Oireachtas. Within 90 days of its being
passed by the Dáil, the Seanad may propose amendments, reject or pass a Bill.
The Dáil has the power to over-ride the Seanad's rejection of a Bill. If the Bill is
a 'Money Bill' and relates to government spending, the Seanad has only 21 days to consider
the Bill and may not make amendments. The Seanad consists of 60 members known as Senators. They are not elected by universal franchise; you can
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